The name "Halytsia" has ancient Slavic origins. It is related to the modern Carpathian surnames Halytsia and Halitsia. Additionally, this name sounds similar to the general Ukrainian word "halytsia," which means "jackdaw." Among Serbs, the term "jackdaw" is used as a nickname for animals of black color, while among Moldovans, "halytsia" refers to domestic poultry.